People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.
Why Are Philly Brands Flocking to the Suburbs?
Changes in work and living patterns have prompted brands long associated with the city to set up shop on the Main Line.
Philly Today: Some Street Vendors Making Mad Money On Unlicensed Eagles Gear Ahead of Super Bowl
Plus: Finally, a George Santos-Pennsylvania scandal… involving the Amish! And puppies!
The Most Ridiculous (and Philly-Centric) Super Bowl Prop Bets
From Rocky to baby Kelce to Bradley Cooper, you can pretty much bet on anything happening in the Super Bowl.
Philly Today: Super Bowl Sunday Will Be a Veritable Police State in Philadelphia
Plus: Fetterman hospitalized. Racist Catholic schoolgirls go national. And HGTV wants to give your home a makeover.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.
Temple Student Strike Turns Ugly as School Ends Some Tuition Aid
The university is putting a halt on tuition aid to those striking. But Temple officials say there’s nothing to see here.
Philly Today: Atlantic City Casinos Ban Guns, Which Apparently Weren’t Banned Before
Plus: Philly schools will open two hours late on Monday, as in the day after the Super Bowl.
Everything You Need to Know Before the Eagles Play in Super Bowl LVII
All the drama, inside jokes, Kelce shenanigans, and game recaps you need to make it to Sunday’s big game.
Philly Today: We Need Our Own Version of the State of the Union Address
At least one mayoral candidate thinks it’s a “great idea.” Plus: Meet the nine-year-old college student from Bensalem.
Philly’s Only Kansas City Chiefs Bar Cancels Super Bowl Party
“Unfortunately, we will be closed,” confirms longtime Big Charlie’s manager and Kansas City Chiefs fan Laura Sessa
Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.
Philly Today: Philadelphia Classical Music Scores Big at Last Night’s Grammy Awards
Plus: The Brothers Kelce interview their mom. Hoagie Mania. And the Inquirer wants your heart data.
Philly Today: Prankster Hijacks Website of Anti-Trump South Philly Diner
Plus: Wind chills below zero. And Jason Kelce’s very pregnant wife is bringing her OB/GYN to the Super Bowl.
This South Philly Woman Will Handwrite a Letter to Anyone Who Asks
Prolific old-school corresponder Jean Merritt says she’s handwritten many thousands of letters. You could be next.
Philly Today: The One Local Bar Where Chiefs Fans Are Safe
Plus, a brouhaha in Lower Merion schools over cultural “affinity groups” and a cute children’s book.
